Nonmilitary approach to Syrian conflict

3:57 PM,
Sep. 6, 2013

Written by

Paul J. Magnarella
OPINION

The two and one-half year conflict in Syria has resulted in millions of refugees/displaced persons and more than 100,000 deaths. Recently, more than 1,000 civilians have been killed in a poison gas attack attributed by some (e.g., the U.S.) to the Al-Assad regime, and by others to rebel forces. Given the differing views of the U.S., Russia and China (all permanent members of the UN Security Council with resolution veto powers), it is unlikely that the UNSC will authorize punitive measures against the Al-Assad regime. However, members of the UNSC may well agree to employ the International ...